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The EASA CB IR and BIR: A Comprehensive Guide for Pilots

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The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) is the regulatory body responsible for overseeing aviation safety in the European Union. As part of its mandate, EASA issues pilot licenses and ratings, including the Commercial Balloon Instrument Rating (CB IR) and the Balloon Instrument Rating (BIR).

Air Law: For the EASA CB IR and BIR (The CB IR/BIR 1)

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The CB IR and BIR are two important ratings for pilots who want to fly in European airspace. Both ratings allow pilots to fly balloons in instrument meteorological conditions (IMC),which means they can fly in clouds, fog, and other low visibility conditions.

Requirements for the CB IR and BIR

To be eligible for the CB IR, pilots must have a valid Private Balloon Pilot License (PPL(B)) and a minimum of 100 hours of flight time, including 50 hours of cross-country flight time. They must also pass a written exam and a flight test.

To be eligible for the BIR, pilots must have a valid PPL(B) and a minimum of 50 hours of flight time, including 25 hours of cross-country flight time. They must also pass a written exam and a flight test.

Privileges of the CB IR and BIR

The CB IR and BIR allow pilots to fly balloons in IMC in European airspace. They also allow pilots to fly balloons at night and in other low visibility conditions.

In addition to the general privileges of the CB IR and BIR, the CB IR also allows pilots to fly balloons for hire. This means that CB IR holders can charge for their services as balloon pilots.

Limitations of the CB IR and BIR

The CB IR and BIR are both limited to balloons. They do not allow pilots to fly airplanes or other types of aircraft.

Additionally, the CB IR and BIR are only valid in European airspace. Pilots who want to fly balloons in other parts of the world must obtain the appropriate ratings from the relevant aviation authorities.

The EASA CB IR and BIR are two important ratings for pilots who want to fly in European airspace. Both ratings allow pilots to fly balloons in IMC, and the CB IR also allows pilots to fly balloons for hire.

If you are a pilot who is interested in flying balloons in Europe, I encourage you to consider obtaining the CB IR or BIR. These ratings will give you the freedom to fly in a wider variety of conditions and will open up new opportunities for you as a pilot.

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